Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD vs Dodge Dakota
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2010 Dodge Dakota
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | ST |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Extended Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2000 | 2010 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $22,755 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 17 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 34 gal (best) | 22 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 210 hp |
| Torque | 330 lb-ft (best) | 235 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.7 L (best) | 3.7 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Towing capacity | — | 7,250 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 3,531 lbs (best) | 1,810 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,869 lbs | 4,200 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.4 in | 7.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 168.5 in (best) | 131.3 in |
| Length | 250.9 in (best) | 218.5 in |
| Width | 77 in (best) | 71.7 in |
| Height | 74.5 in (best) | 68.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WDBase | Dodge DakotaST |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 7 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD | Dodge Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ST $22,755 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $0 MSRP | ST $25,305 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $0 MSRP | ST $27,005 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $0 MSRP | ST $28,255 MSRP |
| 5 | Base $0 MSRP | BigHorn $23,630 MSRP |
| 6 | Base $0 MSRP | BigHorn $26,325 MSRP |
| 7 | LS $0 MSRP | BigHorn $27,880 MSRP |
| 8 | LS $0 MSRP | BigHorn $29,275 MSRP |
| 9 | LS $0 MSRP | LoneStar $23,630 MSRP |
| 10 | LS $0 MSRP | LoneStar $26,325 MSRP |
| 11 | — | LoneStar $27,880 MSRP |
| 12 | — | LoneStar $29,275 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Laramie $30,180 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Laramie $33,180 MSRP |
| 15 | — | TRX $31,365 MSRP |
Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD vs Dodge Dakota FAQ
- Which is better: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD vs 2010 Dodge Dakota on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- The 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
- Which has better seats: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2000 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup 4WD or 2010 Dodge Dakota?
- The 2010 Dodge Dakota leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,250).